Maurice Sullivan
New York,NY
Summary
An ambitious and dependable creative executive, with seven (7) years' experience working with major and independent artist/record labels; discovering, signing, developing, and managing emerging artists/brands building a bunch of relationsips along the way A seasoned well proven Artist Manager ,manages portfolio of new and existing artists using world-class and industry-changing management techniques. Builds and leverages broad network of strategic and creative resources to generate impactful opportunities. Comfortable interacting directly with artists, artist teams and industry executives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
A&R
Second Estate Records/Warner Records
- Launched & spearheaded the career of 2Rare, Delivered His Debut Album, Led Creative Marketing Campaigns
- Launched the careers of directors George + Fred Buford (EvilTwinsWorld), In a year became the east coast premier film production company garnering over 500+ millions views to date, worked with the likes of Sha Ek, Edot Baby Lil Mabu, Rich The Kid, Rob 49 & Ice Spice on numerous visuals-Munch, bikini bottom, Deli, Think You The Shit(fart), PinkPantheress - Boys A Liar Pt 2
FOUNDER/A&R Coordinator
Underdawg Mgmt Group
01.2020 - Current
- Discovered and developed artist 'Stunna Gambino' into an established artist with 280k+ monthly spotify listeners, and over 100+ million streams amongst all platforms
- Grew 'Stunna Gambino's' Instagram following from 20k to 208k over the duration of 6 months
- Secured a record deal between 'Stunna Gambino' and RCA records, working alongside Dash Sherrod, Mark Pitts
- Collaborated with emerging artists such as The Kid LAROI, Toosii, Bizzy Banks, and Neek Bucks
- Managed artist 'Sleazus Bhrist' and landed a record deal with Roc Nation, working closely with Shari Bryant
- Manage day to day essential duties (recording schedule, social media, industry relations, business ventures)
- Spearheaded marketing initiatives that effectively communicated brand value propositions, resulting in higher customer acquisition rates.
- Formed senior leadership team through rigorous interviews and extensive candidate research.
- Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.
ARTIST MANAGEMENT
FUTURE SOUND LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Integral in the development of artist 'Leeky Bandz' landing him a deal with Atlantic records
- Leeky has 30k+ monthly spotify listeners, and over 10 million streams amongst all platforms
- Shadowed/Interned for Orlando Wharton (Senior VP of A&R, Atlantic Records) for 1+ years, gaining further insight on the role of an A&R
- Managed and developed artist 'Day Lee' who signed to Republic records
- Day Lee has 11k+ monthly spotify listeners, and over 6 million streams amongst all platforms
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Manager /Executive Producer
EVIL TWINS WORLD LLC
01.2022 - Current
- Managed careers of George/Fred Buford ,Grew george from 1000 followers to over 40k followers
- Played a pivotal role in sparking the business relationship between Ice Spice/James Rosemond & Evil Twins World
- Executive produced music video for the likes of Ice spice,Pink pantheress,Rich the kid,Lil mabu,Luh tyler,Sexyy red,Gazo,NLE choppa,Blovee,Sha Ek,Edot Baby,Bandmanrill,Sdot go accumulating over 400+ million views in a 2 year span
- Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and budgeting video cost
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
Education
GED -
Henry St High School of International Studies
New York, NY06.2012
Skills
- Executive Film Producer
- Keen ear for identifying new talent/New Brands early and planting seed/Building organic relationships
- Record crafting (finding and curating songs, producers, engineers)
- Exceptional artist development skills
- Strong social, interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
- Artists management (budget development, schedule maintenance, contract negotiations)
- Remarkable leadership capabilities
- Talent management
- Schedule Management
- Music industry expertise
References
- Dash Sherrod, Mentor/VP of A&R, Geffen Records, 917.304.3746
- Orlando Wharton, Mentor/EVO of A&R, Capital Records/CEO Priority Records, 201.253.9528
- Steve Carless, President, Warner Records, 1 (908) 966-7060
- Lu Mota, SVP A&R, Columbia Records, (347) 366-7678
- Mateo Dorado, Senior Director A&R, Atlantic Records, (561) 827-9129
- Ron Stew, SVP Urban Promotions, (646) 742-7634
Timeline
Manager /Executive Producer
EVIL TWINS WORLD LLC
01.2022 - Current
FOUNDER/A&R Coordinator
Underdawg Mgmt Group
01.2020 - Current
ARTIST MANAGEMENT
FUTURE SOUND LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
A&R
Second Estate Records/Warner Records
GED -
Henry St High School of International Studies
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